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MSI GE72 overview

The MSI 17.3" GE72 Apache Pro-029 Gaming Notebook is powered with a 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7-6700HQ processor and 16GB of DDR4 RAM to make it a suitable desktop replacement for use at home or at work. It features a 17.3" display and a 1920 x 1080 resolution so you can comfortably view your spreadsheets or games. To help process 3D textures and shadows, it comes built with a dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M graphics card with 2GB of video memory. Moreover, it has a SteelSeries keyboard that offers full-color backlight and Anti-Ghost keys so you can swiftly input commands when playing games.

This notebook comes with a 128GB SSD that provides quick boot times and nearly instant access to your applications. It also has a 1TB hard drive, which offers ample space to store your photos, videos, and files. To quickly transfer content from external drives, it features a USB 3.1 Type-C port that supports data transfer speeds up to 10 Gb/s. Additionally, it provides a USB 2.0 port and two USB 3.0 ports to connect with other peripherals such as scanners and printers.

MSI has built this notebook with a SuperMulti DVD burner so you can create home movies on DVDs. You can also share your home movies online by using the integrated Intel 3165 wireless 802.11ac Wi-Fi card or Killer E2400 game networking controller. For audio, this notebook comes equipped with four speakers and a subwoofer to immerse you in sounds. Without disturbing others, it has gold-plated audio jacks as well as amplifier so you can listen using your headphones. In addition, it comes built with Bluetooth 4.0, a webcam, a microphone, a memory card reader, an HDMI port, and a DisplayPort.

MSI GE72 Apache Pro-029

Quad-Core 6th-Gen Skylake Intel Core i7 Performance

The MSI GE72 houses a 6th-generation Skylake Intel Core i7-6700HQ processor. Its quad cores can reach a stock speed of 2.6 GHz. The processor also can provide speeds up to 3.5 GHz, thanks to Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 technology. Additionally, it features 6MB of L3 cache as well as Hyper-Threading technology, which enhances the cores.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M Graphics

Built for an immersive gaming experience, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M arms you with industry-leading technologies including dynamic PhysX effects, CUDA, and more. Based on NVIDIA's Maxwell GPU architecture, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M provides optimal performance per watt.

Transferring data between devices is faster with the USB 3.1 Type-C port. With transfer rates up to 10 Gb/s, it quickly backs up data from this notebook to an external drive. Additionally, it features a reversible connector that helps you connect a USB Type-C cable on the first try.

Cooler Boost 3

Cooler Boost 3 comes with two fans that provide intelligent cooling for the GE72 notebook. It also has designated heat pipes that reduce heat generation and increase heat dissipation for the CPU and GPU.

With Matrix Display technology, the MSI GE72 supports multiple external displays so you can multitask via HDMI and mini DisplayPort. Stream on Twitch or watch your favorite shows while playing your games.

Dynaudio Speakers

Fill the room and feel the bass with four Dynaudio high fidelity speakers. Drop the beat or feel the thunderous roar of the battlefield with an integrated subwoofer. This notebook also comes with audio jacks so you can connect with external speakers or a headset.

ESS Sabre HiFi Audio DAC

This MSI GE72 notebook comes equipped with an ESS Sabre HiFi Audio DAC that upgrades the audio experience when using your headphones. It provides immersive sound effects and enhances sounds you may have missed.

Nahimic Virtual Surround Sound

Originally developed for military fighter jets, Nahimic specializes in 3D sound software processing and audio improvements offering virtual 7.1 sound in immersive high definition. Designed to work with standard audio and stereo equipment, Nahimic transports gamers into the action, allowing them to sense every footstep, hear every bullet whizzing past, and feel every explosion. It also features a high definition audio recorder to easily capture and stream studio quality sound and is only available on MSI gaming laptops, including the MSI GE72.

SteelSeries Keyboard

Use the fully illuminated SteelSeries keyboard, which has tactile fast action keys, a strategic layout, and powerful customization capabilities. Modify the color, macro every key, and enhance the way you play with the SteelSeries Engine 3 app. This keyboard also features silver lining printed keys that provide long-term wear and tear.

Killer Shield

MSI includes the Killer Shield manager app that protects and prioritizes the networking traffic. It also helps prevent lag spikes so you can play your best.

XSplit | Gamecaster

XSplit Gamecaster version 2 lets you record your gaming moments and broadcast your live gameplay sessions to Twitch, YouTube, UStream, and more. It's simple, user-friendly, and ideal for sharing your gameplay with the world.

Windows 10 Home

Start Menu

After its hiatus in Windows 8, the Start Menu has returned. Utilizing a combination of the traditional menu system and Windows 8's Live Tiles, the improved Start Menu gives you more information at a glance, showing notification information alongside your applications and other pinned items.

Cortana

Microsoft's digital personal assistant, Cortana can answer your questions with information gleaned from both your device and the internet at large. You can type or even talk with her, if your system has a microphone. Using her Notebook, Cortana keeps track of your needs and wants, and she learns over time to improve her information gathering skills.

Microsoft Edge

After nearly 20 years, Microsoft has finally replaced its Internet Explorer web browser. With Microsoft Edge, users can write directly on web pages and share notes with friends and colleagues. It also improves the online reading experience by adding a distraction-free mode and read-it-later functionality. Edge also has built-in Cortana integration; you can have her help you find a restaurant, make a reservation, and pull up directions without leaving your browser.

Windows Store

For Windows 10, Microsoft has unified the Windows Store. Now, apps for PCs, tablets, and phones will all be accessible from one place. And with support for Universal Apps, one version of an app can work across all your compatible devices automatically.

Windows Continuum

Windows 10 was designed for a variety of screen sizes and input styles, and with its Continuum feature, it automatically adapts to fit your needs. A Windows 10 tablet on its own requires a touch-centric approach, but attaching a mouse and keyboard will shift everything to a more traditional interface. You can even attach an external monitor to your Windows 10 phone for a near-desktop experience. But it's not just the operating system; Windows Universal Apps take advantage of Continuum as well.

Xbox on Windows 10

Gaming is a big focus of Windows 10. Xbox integration allows for PC players to match up against Xbox One players on supported games, and if you have an Xbox One, you can even stream compatible titles to your PC. Native support for recording with the new Game DVR feature makes it easy to capture and share your gameplay. The new DirectX12 takes better advantage of multi-core processors, giving games a performance boost, even on older hardware. Windows 10 also features native support for virtual reality headsets, such as the Oculus Rift.